Chonthicha Jangrew speaks to supporters at a rally in Pathum Thani on March 18, 2023. (Photo: @LookkateChonth1 X account)The Thanyaburi Provincial Court has sentenced Move Forward Party MP Chonthicha Jangrew to two years in prison for royal defamation under Section 112 of the Criminal Code. Another charge of violating the emergency decree on public gatherings was dropped, according to the court. Move Forward leader Chaithawat Tulathon said before entering the court building that he hoped the court would allow bail if she was found guilty. Ms Chonthicha is one of three MPs of the main opposition party facing lese majeste charges.

Source: Bangkok Post May 27, 2024 14:19 UTC